Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Genus:
Species:
caduciloba
ID:
1525134

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M. Schust.

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Beihefte zur Nova Hedwigia. 118: 273. 2000

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000010727



Common Names

  • Kurzia Caduciloba
  • Caducous Kurzia
  • Caducous Leafcup


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Description

Kurzia caduciloba (also called Deciduous Kurzia, among many other common names) is a species of liverwort in the family Kurziaceae. It is a small, thallose liverwort with a single, lobed leafy shoot. It is native to Australia and New Zealand and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Kurzia caduciloba is used in horticulture as a ground cover and for erosion control. It is also used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kurzia caduciloba has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, round, brown seeds. The seedlings have a single, heart-shaped leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kurzia caduciloba can be propagated by spores or by division of the plant. Cultivation is best done in a shady, moist, and well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant regularly and to keep the soil moist. Fertilizers should be used sparingly.

Where to Find Kurzia caduciloba

Kurzia caduciloba is native to Europe and North Africa.

Kurzia caduciloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kurzia caduciloba?

Kurzia caduciloba

What is the family of Kurzia caduciloba?

Kurziaceae

What is the distribution of Kurzia caduciloba?

New Zealand

Species in the Kurzia genus

Kurzia pauciflora, Kurzia sylvatica, Kurzia capillaris, Kurzia gonyotricha, Kurzia abietinella, Kurzia hispida, Kurzia hawaica, Kurzia bisetula, Kurzia tenerrima, Kurzia trichoclados, Kurzia nemoides, Kurzia brasiliensis, Kurzia saddlensis, Kurzia fragillima, Kurzia reversa, Kurzia lateconica, Kurzia brevicalycina, Kurzia pallescens, Kurzia verticellata, Kurzia hippuroides, Kurzia compacta, Kurzia calcarata, Kurzia sexfida, Kurzia makinoana, Kurzia pallida, Kurzia cucullifolia, Kurzia fragilifolia, Kurzia helophila, Kurzia longicaulis, Kurzia quinquespina, Kurzia mollis, Kurzia setiformis, Kurzia sinensis, Kurzia abbreviata, Kurzia borneensis, Kurzia geniculata, Kurzia lineariloba, Kurzia touwii, Kurzia moniliformis, Kurzia flagellifera, Kurzia irregularis, Kurzia mauiensis, Kurzia tayloriana, Kurzia caduciloba, Kurzia nivicola, Kurzia tasmanica, Kurzia trilobata,

Species in the Lepidoziaceae family

Acromastigum anisostomum, Acromastigum bancanum, Acromastigum bifidum, Acromastigum brotheri, Acromastigum capillare, Acromastigum colensoanum, Acromastigum cunninghamii, Acromastigum echinatiforme, Acromastigum echinatum, Acromastigum exiguum, Acromastigum exile, Acromastigum filum, Acromastigum fimbriatum, Acromastigum inaequilaterum, Acromastigum integrifolium, Acromastigum laetevirens, Acromastigum linganum, Acromastigum mooreanum, Acromastigum obliquatum, Acromastigum tenax, Acromastigum verticale, Acromastigum moratii, Acromastigum pusillum, Acromastigum stellare, Acromastigum rigidum, Acromastigum subechinatiforme, Acromastigum adaptatum, Acromastigum divaricatum, Acromastigum longirete, Acromastigum fumosum, Acromastigum furcatifolium, Acromastigum herzogii, Acromastigum homodictyon, Acromastigum implexum, Acromastigum interstisiale, Acromastigum laevigatum, Acromastigum lamyi, Acromastigum leptophyllum, Acromastigum lobuliferum, Acromastigum marginatum, Acromastigum microstichum, Acromastigum prismaticale, Acromastigum stenophyllum, Acromastigum aurescens, Acromastigum caledonicum, Acromastigum carcinum, Acromastigum cavifolium, Acromastigum curtilobum, Amazoopsis diplopoda, Amazoopsis gracilis,

References

The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100456307: Based on data supplied by Bryonames